Associate Attorney - Worker's Compensation

Chicago Transit Authority • Chicago, IL

14h

About The Position

Under general supervision, functions as a “junior associate” attorney responsible for supporting defense of workers’ compensation cases from minor to significant injuries or death and supports litigation for assigned caseload litigating workers’ compensation cases brought against the authority.

Requirements

• Law degree from an accredited school of law. Licensed, or in the process of obtaining a license, to practice law in Illinois.
• 1 year of Workers’ Compensation experience.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal and state laws.
• Working knowledge of judicial procedures and rules of evidence.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interrelate with clients, Authority personnel, and witnesses.
• Good research, organization and analytical skills to gather and synthesize large volumes of information into a logical convincing case.
• Good verbal and written communication skills to explain important facts clearly, logically, and concisely.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Good interviewing skills.
• Basic skill using Microsoft software.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in stressful situations.
• Ability to provide timely legal advice.
• Ability to work independently and advise and consult with management as needed.
• Ability to lead others and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Handles own caseload of Workers’ Compensation cases through all phases of litigation. This requires frequent appearances in court for hearings, arbitrations, and trials, the taking and defending of depositions, preparing and deposing witnesses and expert witnesses, legal and medical research, and the drafting of briefs and settlement contracts.
• Works with more senior attorneys in a “second chair” capacity on large Workers’ Compensation litigation. Assists other departments with the collection of Workers’ Compensation benefits caused by the negligence of third-parties.
• Works closely with the Workers’ Compensation adjusters and staff, as well as CTA’s Third-Party Administrator to handle claims in the best interest of the Authority.
• Conducts research for the purpose of advising client departments. May provide advice and counsel directly to clients and the Third-Party Administrator.
• Builds skills through continuing legal education programs and training opportunities offered by Law Department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree